Botany-Cell Cycle Phases

NEET Botany Cell Cycle Phases MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following statements about the phases of the cell cycle is correct?

A

Anaphase I involves separation of homologous chromosomes while sister chromatids remain attached.

B

Telophase II leads to the formation of diploid daughter cells.

C

Interkinesis is a prolonged phase occurring between meiosis I and meiosis II.

D

Prophase II is characterized by the complete elongation of chromosomes before division.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Anaphase I is specifically described as the phase where homologous chromosomes separate while sister chromatids remain associated at their centromeres. The other statements contain inaccuracies regarding chromosome number and the nature of interkinesis.

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